Douglas Battista serves as the President of North America Field Operations for Jenny Craig

November 2016

11/29/2016

The most successful corporations have leadership teams in place that know how to find and keep the best employees. In the following Q&A, Douglas Battista offers up insights on how even small companies can keep their talent pool full.

Q: How important is compensation?

Douglas Battista: Money is the reason most people work, so keeping great employees means paying them well from the beginning. Companies that pay 10-20 % above “market” rate for the best people tend to have lower turnover ratios and employees who report better workplace morale. However, money isn’t everything. Growth opportunities, benefits, and flexible schedules are all non-financial incentives to help attract – and keep – top talent.

11/21/2016

Jenny Craig North America Field Operations President Douglas Battista has earned his fair share of frequent flyer miles over the years. In the following Q&A, Battista offers down to earth advice on how to travel efficiently for business.

Q: In your opinion, should I stick with one airline or maintain a frequent flyer account with several?

Douglas Battista: I would suggest staying with one airline for a number of reasons. The rewards program, obviously, since points accumulate and can be used for leisure travel later. Using one carrier allows you to get familiar with the airline’s procedures, policies, and seating arrangements. If possible, find one that has the most flights from the airport closest to your home.